Window Tint Opinions

[RLE55]

I've had 4 Mustangs in the past 12 years and I've had 5% all the way around and 50% across the whole windshield on every one. I also tint the head lights and side marker lights as well. I've probably gotten used to the darkness level but even now sometimes, mostly in the dead of winter, I have a slightly hard time seeing when there are no street lights illuminating the ground. That being said I've already done this to my black S650 because it just looks too damn good.

Hard to tell in picture (and standing next to them), but the truck is 70 windshield, 35 on the rest and the Mustang is 50/20.

Driving they seem the exact same, but that's just me.

Tinting the windshield, especially with 50% or higher tint, how's your vision at night? Had a previous mustang with 35% on pax n dvr side and it was difficult to see out the windows at night, had to roll windows down at times.

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[packfan021488]

Tinting the windshield, especially with 50% or higher tint, how's your vision at night? Had a previous mustang with 35% on pax n dvr side and it was difficult to see out the windows at night, had to roll windows down at times.

night driving is fine most of the time as long as there are some street lights illuminating the ground. Just to be safe I roll my windows down when I'm cruising through my neighborhood or any place with a high concentration of people, I don't think it entirely necessary but it's just something I do to give myself a little more spacial awareness. after driving with a tinted shield for a few weeks you'll barely notice it most of the time

 

[LoWeLL216]

Tinting the windshield, especially with 50% or higher tint, how's your vision at night? Had a previous mustang with 35% on pax n dvr side and it was difficult to see out the windows at night, had to roll windows down at times.

It's not an issue. I also don't like that, but I haven't had any problems or noticed it being too dark at night. I know it's a pretty subjective thing.

 

[Vapor Blue GT]

Tinting the windshield, especially with 50% or higher tint, how's your vision at night? Had a previous mustang with 35% on pax n dvr side and it was difficult to see out the windows at night, had to roll windows down at times.

Newer tints allow it to look dark from the outside but not as dark when looking out. I was concerned about this too until we sat in a car with the same tint we got. It’s not as if it had zero tint but it’s not very dark looking out.

 

[roadpilot]

Newer tints allow it to look dark from the outside but not as dark when looking out. I was concerned about this too until we sat in a car with the same tint we got. It’s not as if it had zero tint but it’s not very dark looking out.

New tint can be completely clear yet stop the UV and heat.

 

[RLE55]

New tint can be completely clear yet stop the UV and heat.

I'll be looking into that as my primary purpose for tint is UV and heat reduction.

 

[roadpilot]

I'll be looking into that as my primary purpose for tint is UV and heat reduction.

Some want that but still want folks to see a nice interior. Also, avoids issues with tint laws. Good luck!

 

[Lutotarek]

I had 20% before and it was too dark for evening driving, especially on mountain roads. 30% is a great compromise. Also, ceramic car window tint gives better performance than dyed or metallic options without going too dark. Good choice keeping it legal—peace of mind goes a long way.

 

[Junkyard Dog]

Just go with the max your state allows...I know in Virginia they are very strict about it...police carry light meters with them, and if you fail...it will cost you in a fine and then having to get them removed (to ensure they are within legal limits).

Georgia is pretty strict, too, and the law applies to folks from other states merely passing through Georgia, which is something a lot of drivers do not consider.

32% on side or rear windows.

Nothing on windshield, except top 6"

Maximum punishment is one year in jail and a $1000 fine.

The law also applies to installers, that is, it is a crime for a person to install window tint in violation of this law (see subsection (e)). The irony here is that police cars are exempt and the local installer is always posting promotional photos on Facebook of the new very dark tint he installs on the local Explorer patrol vehicles for the Sheriff and local PDs. My tax dollars being used to do something for which they can throw me in jail. Gee, that won't foster an improper attitude among law enforcement, will it?

https://law.justia.com/codes/georgia/title-40/chapter-8/article-1/part-4/section-40-8-73-1/

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